Summer Camps Serving Montclair

An all-outdoor day camp in the East Bay. Free transportation provided from Montclair.

Traditional summer camp activities since 1972!

Since 1972, Roughing It has been offering summer camps in an all-outdoors environment for children ages 4 to 16. We serve many Lafayette and Lamorinda families and are located at the beautiful Lafayette Reservoir.

We provide many outdoor activities found in a traditional summer camp, including horseback riding, swimming, waterfront activities, and more! We also have programs specifically designed for teens and younger campers. Come check us out at a local event or talk with a camper parent in your area. Feel free to drop by our Lafayette office!

Oakland Bus Stops

What parents are saying

Our son LOVED Roughing It. He’s never happier than at camp. He was calmer, more compliant, happier. He just grew up a lot this summer.
– Andrea and Brook D, Oakland

On the bus ride to camp, my son started singing and making up songs. His driver told me about it. It’s the first time that my son ever showed interest in singing, let alone making up his own songs. I was very impressed by this because it shows me how comfortable he felt with the other campers and how even the bus ride sparked his imagination and was an outlet for his creativity. my son had a fantastic time. He loved his counselors and all of the activities. He especially loved riding the bus and going through the “magic tunnel.”
– Jana V, Oakland

Roughing It Supports Montclair Schools

Roughing It gives back to many of the schools our campers attend. We have made donations to the following schools:

Montclair Parent References

We understand that finding the right camp for your child can be challenging. We can put you in touch with another family in your area (or school) who can speak about Roughing It. Here are Oakland families who would be happy to talk with you: